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How Does Sleep Disorder Affect The Brain?
Central sleep apnea is when you repeatedly stop breathing during sleep because the brain temporarily stops sending signals to the muscles that control breathing.
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Obstructive sleep apnea Sleep disorders
Alternative Names
Sleep apnea - central
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Central sleep apnea often occurs in people who have certain medical conditions. For example, it can develop in persons who have life-threatening problems with the brainstem. The brainstem controls breathing....
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